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Memory care in Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton is about $5,748 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 69 communities, read 1684 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Harmony at Hershey
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3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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31 reviews
8.3
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31 reviews
5 star
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My father seems to be happy there. The staff has been great at keeping me informed of any issues. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. His room is spacious, and I really like the fact that he has his...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at HersheyIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Hershey, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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1010 Photos available
3131 Floor plans available
8.3
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55 reviews
8.3
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55 reviews
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The executive director is responsive and helpful. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The director of nursing is unresponsive and unhelpful. They need a new food vendor. In August food was great. Now...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at West ShoreIndependent Living | Personal Care | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services...
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1111 Photos available
8.2
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9 reviews
8.2
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9 reviews
5 star
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Everyone in the administrative process were helpful and answered all our questions to our satisfaction. The staff at the front desk were friendly. When we saw the house keepers the were polite and had...
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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44 Floor plans available
8.2
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35 reviews
8.2
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35 reviews
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My parent has had a very good experience at Juniper Village at Brookline. The only recommendation would be to have a more thorough orientation upon becoming a resident. There are a lot of options and...
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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2222 Photos available
8.1
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70 reviews
8.1
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70 reviews
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All are 5...Were pleased. The size. Large enough to offer opportunities but small enough to not be overwhelming. The "loop" all on one floor. Can't get disoriented!
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 committed to providing quality services in a caring, comfortable environment. Our professional and personalized services are designed to enhance the quality of life for those we serve. We are dedicated to those who entrust their housing and service needs to us. At Legend of Lancaster, we...
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8.1
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39 reviews
8.1
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39 reviews
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Kind, concerned and personable staff. Yes we would recommend Magnolias of Lancaster to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Magnolias of Lancaster provides a comfortable, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or other memory impairments. Magnolias of Lancaster offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment. Unique...
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88 Photos available
8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
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If someone asked me I would absolutely recommend Bethany Village. The application and move in process was very easy. My mother-in -law has been enjoying the optional activities. The culture among the...
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.
MapleWood Assisted Living at Bethany VillageMapleWood’s private suites are bright, inviting residences with kitchenettes that you can decorate with your own personal touches. Caring staff provide just the right amount of support, so you can live life just the way you want and get back to spending...
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7.8
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54 reviews
7.8
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54 reviews
5 star
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Every time I asked for assistance with my 94 year old mother it was given without hesitation. Staff was highly professional and friendly.
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.
Autumn House East and Autumn House West offer three levels of care based on your individually assessed needs, including assistance with daily care, housekeeping and medication administration. As your needs change, we can modify the level of assistance by providing onsite special needs management,...
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I moved here a year ago from Florida and was very nervous, but everyone here was so caring and I felt at ease. It never felt like I was in a facility, it felt like home and the staff felt like family. You...
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.
Palmyra Senior Living is small intimate personal care home specializing in Memory Care and Personal Care, offering 24 hour personalized assistance with care and supervision with all the comforts of home. Our home is located in the charming town of Palmyra, PA in a tranquil luxurious setting and...
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Recently, I moved my mom into Ecumenical Retirement home and she couldn't be happier! She raves about the food and always says how friendly the staff is! She has made many new friends and enjoys doing the...
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 Country Meadows of York - South
9.4
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10 reviews
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From the perspective of the caregiver, Country Meadows South was a God send. I moved my 93 year old mother to PA from CA. Needless to say the move was highly stressful. It took the moving company three...
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.
Photo of Country Meadows of Hershey
8.6
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15 reviews
8.6
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15 reviews
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My father has been in many facilities over the past year, some where more intense care giving but still had living sections attached for when he was able to move . Country meadows was hands down the top...
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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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
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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
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.
Photo of Heritage Springs Memory Care
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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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
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
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Upper Paxton, PA

The average cost of senior living in Upper Paxton is $5,748 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Selinsgrove, PA with an average of $5,551 per month.

Memory care costs in Upper Paxton, PA, vs. nearby cities

Upper Paxton, PA
$5,748/mo

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

Upper Paxton, PA
$5,748/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,748/mo

Memory care costs in Upper Paxton, PA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,064/mo
Studio
$5,972/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,741/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,294/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,365/mo

Senior living costs in Upper Paxton 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: Upper Paxton, PA
Column state: Pennsylvania
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUpper Paxton, PAPennsylvaniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,748/mo$5,443/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$5,363/mo$4,441/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$3,943/mo$4,354/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Upper Paxton, PA:$5,748/mo
Pennsylvania:$5,443/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Upper Paxton, PA:$5,363/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,441/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Upper Paxton, PA:$3,943/mo
Pennsylvania:$4,354/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Upper Paxton, PA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Upper Paxton 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
Upper Paxton, PA$6,367/mo$6,225/mo+2.3%
Pennsylvania$6,647/mo$6,175/mo+7.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Upper Paxton, PA
2024 average cost:$6,367/mo
2023 average cost:$6,225/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Upper Paxton

Recent reviews for memory care in Upper Paxton

Phoebe Berks Village in Wernersville, PA

4.5
Was a little shocked on admission that they didn't ask more questions to get to know mom. I feel like we had to tell them about her routine rather than them ask the questions. It felt as though they were just going to wing it and I didn't love that feeling after helping my mom with her ADLs for ...
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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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Hillside Senior Living in Montoursville, PA

5.0
Excellent Care and food is delicious. Memory Care has activities for the residents throughout the day. All the staff are very caring and give excellent care to the residents. The landscaping looks very nice, and the building is well maintained.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care and attentive staff. Several reviews emphasis the individualized attention and caring nature of the staff in various communities, such as The Woods At Cedar Run and Legend of Lititz, where families mention the staff's dedication to getting to know residents and catering to their specific needs.
Secure and engaging community environments. Reviews highlight the importance of the secure and engaging community environments for seniors with memory care needs. At Bridges of Bent Creek, the memory care unit has activities for residents throughout the day, keeping them active and involved.
Communicative and supportive staff. A number of reviews praise the open communication and support from the staff, as seen in Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Viva Senior Living At Harrisburg, where families appreciate being kept informed about their loved ones' care and concerns being addressed promptly.
Flexible care plans. Some families highlight the importance of having flexible care plans to cater to their loved ones' evolving needs. In Country Meadows of Hershey, the staff was accommodating and helped ensure a smooth transition for a dementia patient.
Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews commend the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, with communities like Magnolias of Lancaster and Artis Senior Living of West Shore being mentioned for their overall appearance and maintenance.
Thoughtful and compassionate end-of-life care. Several families share their appreciation for the compassionate end-of-life care provided by communities, such as Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community and Harmony at Hershey, where staff members go above and beyond to make the final moments comfortable and peaceful for both resi ...
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Upper Paxton review score based on 494 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 494 reviews of 61 Upper Paxton memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Upper Paxton 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

Upper Paxton review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Upper Paxton, PA61 facilities
9.3
Millersburg, PA10 facilities
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Elizabethville, PA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Upper Paxton 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 494 reviews of 61 Upper Paxton memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Upper Paxton 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.
Upper Paxton, PA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.1
Friendliness
4.1
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Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
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Upper Paxton memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Paxton memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Paxton, 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 Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Upper Paxton, PANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.8%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Upper Paxton, PANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.8%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Paxton, PANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
47.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Paxton, PANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.2%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Paxton 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 Upper Paxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Paxton, PANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Upper Paxton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, Bridges of Bent Creek and Senior Commons at Powder Mill are the top-rated memory care facilities near Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania. See full list of communities.
There are 69 memory care facilities near Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania are Arden Courts Susquehanna, A Memory Care Community, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Keystone Villa at Ephrata. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 69 memory care facilities near you in Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania ranges from $698 to $10545. The average Memory Care cost in Upper Paxton, Pennsylvania is $5,748. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Upper Paxton, 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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