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Memory care in Union Mills 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 Union Mills is about $5,730 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 556 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
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Providence Place has multiple levels of care which is why we went with them. Our loved one is able to be here as his care increases. They also told us if needed, they would be able to get a lift which was...
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 Union Mills, PA

The average cost of senior living in Union Mills is $5,730 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huntingdon, PA with an average of $4,923 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union Mills, PA vs. nearby cities

Union Mills, PA
$5,730/mo
$5,479/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union Mills, PA vs. the state and national average

Union Mills, PA
$5,730/mo
U.S. national average
$5,457/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union Mills vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,730/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Union Mills, PA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,333/mo
Studio
$6,122/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,462/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,217/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Union Mills over time

Union Mills, PAPA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Union Mills

Recent reviews for memory care in Union Mills

Magnolias of Chambersburg

5.0
My wife began her Dementia journey in 2018. It slowly became worst over time. After 5 years I could not care for her. My children visited several facilities in our area and as a family, we chose Magnolias of Chambersburg. It was not easy for me, we have been married for 51 years. It turned out ...
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Country Meadows of Mechanicsburg

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, Magnolias of Chambersburg, and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, who go above and beyond to create a welcoming environment for res ...
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Varied and inclusive activities. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered, allowing residents to engage in socializing and staying active, regardless of their functional abilities, as mentioned at Artis Senior Living of West Shore, Brookdale Grandon Farms, and Juniper Village Wellspring at Brookline.
Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Residents express appreciation for the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, such as Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, Harmony at West Shore, and Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, where the living spaces and common areas are well-maintained and present a h ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Reviews mention the individualized care and accommodations provided by communities like Brookdale Grandon Farms, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, and Colonial Courtyard at Clearfield, allowing residents to receive the care they need while maintaining their dig ...
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Effective and clear communication. Families value the transparency and openness of various communities, like Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, The Woods At Cedar Run, and Artis Senior Living of West Shore, where staff members are always available to discuss concerns and keep them well-informed a ...
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Engaging and stimulating mental activities. Reviews indicate that the cognitive stimulation provided by communities, such as Artis Senior Living of West Shore, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna, and Brookdale Grandon Farms, help keep residents mentally sharp and engaged, improving their overall well-being ...
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Union Mills review score based on 166 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 166 reviews of 30 Union Mills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Union Mills 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

Union Mills review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Union Mills, PA30 facilities
8.1
Juniata Terrace, PA40 facilities
8.1
Lewistown, PA40 facilities

Review subcategories for Union Mills 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 166 reviews of 30 Union Mills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Union Mills 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
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Union Mills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union Mills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union Mills, 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 Union Mills 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 Union Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Union Mills, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Union Mills 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 Union Mills Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union Mills, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.7%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union Mills 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 Union Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Union Mills, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.7%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.3%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.7%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Union Mills 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 Union Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Union Mills, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.3%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union Mills 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 Union Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union Mills, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.3%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.7%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.3%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 30 memory care facilities near Union Mills, Pennsylvania. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Union Mills, Pennsylvania is Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 30 memory care facilities near you in Union Mills, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Union Mills, 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 Union Mills, 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 Union Mills, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $10545. The average Memory Care cost in Union Mills, Pennsylvania is $5,730. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Union Mills, Pennsylvania typically starts at $698. 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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